State of Texas: Paxton, Talarico make final push for votes before Election Day
Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton are competing for a U.S. Senate seat in Texas, with polls showing them nearly tied as Election Day approaches. The race has become unexpectedly competitive, drawing national attention including a virtual campaign appearance by Donald Trump. Key factors being watched include turnout among Latino voters, voting patterns in Harris County, and whether some Republicans skip the Senate race entirely.
20 across the spectrum. Choose a side on the bar to jump to it.
National story. 25 articles from 20 sources. Updated 3d ago.
Part of The 2026 Texas Senate race: James Talarico vs. Ken Paxton
Left
3 sourcesPaxton vs. Talarico: Five things to watch in Texas’ tight U.S. Senate race
Paxton and Talarico tussle for Texas Senate seat as Trump campaigns virtually
Paxton and Talarico tussle for Texas Senate seat. Trump to campaign virtually instead of in person
Center
12 sourcesPaxton vs. Talarico: Five things to watch in Texas’ tight U.S. Senate race
Paxton, Talarico make final push in Texas Senate race as early vote tops 6.7 million
Right
5 sourcesFor some Texas Republicans, defeating Talarico matters more than electing Paxton
EXCLUSIVE: Ken Paxton Warns ‘If We Lose Texas, We Lose America’ as Senate Race Enters Final Days
The story so far
3 developments- Oct 27James Talarico vs. Ken Paxton—What Texas Polls Show One Week Before Midterm
- Oct 31Paxton and Talarico tussle for Texas Senate seat. Trump to campaign virtually instead of in person
- Nov 2Paxton vs. Talarico: Five things to watch in Texas’ tight U.S. Senate race
Who covered each development